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01-10-2018, 01:03 PM | #1 |
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quick 3X plug question
Hi All,
I just installed, but can uninstall if need be, some new 3x plugs. The washer that came with them is concaved. I installed them so the washer would flatten out when tightened. Is this correct? Mike
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01-10-2018, 01:31 PM | #2 |
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Re: quick 3X plug question
The gasket will take the shape of the head/plug interface, which in this case should be flat. You should be fine, but retorque them after a few miles just to be sure.
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01-10-2018, 02:56 PM | #3 |
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Re: quick 3X plug question
"Rule of thumb" for plug torque is 25 Ft Lbs.
Bills' Specs
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01-11-2018, 10:31 AM | #4 |
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Re: quick 3X plug question
So...
1: Concave up, flat down or 2. Concave down, flat up Feedback?
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01-12-2018, 10:34 AM | #5 |
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Re: quick 3X plug question
Either way should be OK.
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01-13-2018, 10:00 AM | #6 |
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2. Concave down, flat up
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01-14-2018, 07:37 AM | #7 |
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Re: quick 3X plug question
UNIFORM Torueing is MOST important, since plug HEAT is dissipated through the threads & gasket contact area. Make sure the head surface doesn't have paint build up.
Bill W.
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